Artificial intelligence is changing how we interact with everything, from food to healthcare, travel and also religion.

Experts say major global faiths are discussing their relationship with AI, and some are starting to incorporate this technology into their worship. Robot priests can recite prayers, deliver sermons, and even comfort those experiencing a spiritual crisis.

Source: BBC Future

Date: December 10th, 2021

Link to video (6 minutes 14 seconds): https://www.bbc.com/news/av/technology-58983047

Discussion

1. What might be some of the issues in using AI to ” comfort those experiencing a spiritual crisis”?
2. What sort of business opportunity could you build around this technology?